AddressCurrently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability.
For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian.
Are you enthusiastic about leading a highly skilled and diverse team, where individuals have the opportunity to learn and develop to deliver excellent results? We have an exciting leadership opportunity available in the Enterprise Architecture and Governance Branch as EL2 Director of ICT Project Management Office.
The Enterprise Architecture and Governance Branch is the driving force behind our agencys technological advancement. Our goal is to provide clear strategic direction, strong governance, and effective oversight for the planning, delivery, and management of ICT services. We strive to align our efforts with the agencys goals and industry best practices, positioning ourselves as a leader in innovation and transformation.
The Enterprise Architecture Directorate sets the foundation for innovation, ensuring our ICT initiatives align with their vision and meet industry standards.
The EL2 Director of ICT Project Management Office is responsible for leading the planning and implementation of ICT projects, defining project scope, goals, and deliverables. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of tasks, including, but not limited to:
- Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met and standards are maintained.
- Managing project budgets, resources, and timelines, while mitigating risks and resolving issues.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, partners, and internal teams.
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Our ideal candidate has extensive Project Management experience with analytical thinking and problem-solving being some of their key skills. They will have demonstrated leadership experience and skills with an innovative approach that will inspire their team members to strive for the best outcomes. Comprehensive knowledge of ICT systems, infrastructure and applications is pivotal to be successful in this role.
They will have demonstrated experience in building and maintaining meaningful relationships with external and internal stakeholders at all levels to drive positive business outcomes. A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
If this sounds like you and you are passionate about Project Management and leading a technical team, we encourage you to apply.
In line with NDIAs values and mission, all applicants should have a positive and contemporary attitude towards people with disabilities and a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of disability and its impact on individuals.
We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we are based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own.
You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians. You will have access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements as well as working conditions that support a positive work life balance.While this role is ideally performed from ACT
- Deakin, NSW
- Surry Hills, NT
- Darwin, QLD
- Brisbane, SA
- Adelaide, TAS
- Hobart, VIC
- Geelong, VIC
- Richmond, WA
- Perth, WA
- Rockingham, remote working arrangements may be considered.
We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered. A merit pool will be established that may be used to fill similar positions (ongoing and non-ongoing) within the next 18 months.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.
Applications for this role close 11:30 PM AEST on 26 May 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact Sophie Landwehr on 08 8922 0*** or email ***************@ndis.gov.au
With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting.
NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process.
The health and safety of workers, Participants and other visitors in our offices is our highest priority. Some roles within the National Disability Insurance Agency are covered by government Health Orders or Directives that require mandatory vaccinations.
